Finasteride (Oral)
for Hair Loss
A once-daily prescription oral tablet that blocks DHT production — the most effective treatment for male pattern baldness, stopping further loss and promoting regrowth in most men.
How it works
Finasteride inhibits 5-alpha-reductase type II, reducing the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) by ~70%. DHT is the primary driver of androgenetic alopecia in the scalp follicles.
What to watch for
For men only — contraindicated in women of childbearing potential. Sexual side effects (reduced libido, erectile dysfunction) occur in ~2–5% of users and are reversible on stopping. Requires ongoing use — benefits reverse within 12 months of stopping.
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